When Houston traded for James Harden, they were hoping, maybe even believing that they were getting a star. But we’re not sure anyone thought they were getting this. In Houston’s wild 122-119 comeback win over the Thunder, Harden not only had a defini

Josh Smith Not Traded

NBA Trade Deadline Winners, Losers

Feb 21

Flip Saunders, Chris Broussard and Tom Penn break down the winners and losers at the NBA trade deadline.

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The Rockets' Moment

Feb 21

Daryl Morey is desperate to push his Rockets into the West elite. James Harden and Jeremy Lin have helped, and now a flurry of trade activity holds even more promise. David Thorpe explains how the pieces fit together, and why Josh Smith would make se

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Hypothetical NBA Trades

Feb 21

Bill Simmons fires up the NBA Trade Machine for some deadline deals.

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O'Neal won't seek buyout, to remain with Suns

Feb 21

After the passing of the NBA trade deadline Thursday and a post-deadline meeting with team officials, Phoenix Suns center Jermaine O'Neal told ESPN that he is staying with the Suns as opposed to seeking a buyout of his contract

Hawks don't trade Smith, pull off minor deal

Feb 21

The Atlanta Hawks investigated offers for Josh Smith for several weeks but ultimately decided not to make a deal.

The Milwaukee Bucks and Orlando Magic have agreed to a trade that will send J.J. Redick, Gustavo Ayon and Ish Smith to the Bucks in return for Tobias Harris, Beno Udrih and Doron Lamb, league sources told ESPN.com.